1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
